Exceptional service at reasonable rates
OUR FEES
We are open and transparent about our hourly rates and fees. Our smaller size and lower overhead allow us to keep our fees and rates reasonable and affordable, especially when compared to those of larger firms. In addition to billing on an hourly basis, we may offer flat/project fee billing options, may invest in client equity offerings and, under appropriate circumstances, may defer partial payment pending a transaction close.
Sophisticated Venture Capital, Financing, Merger & Business Transactions
Our broad experience in these specialized corporate transactions allows us to manage a transaction to completion, efficiently and effectively.
Professional Hourly Rates
Effective January 1, 2023
Flat Fee Packages
For certain financings and transactions, Moulton Law Group offers flexible fee arrangements, including a flat/project fee billing, and investment by MLG in client equity.
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General Corporate Representation
Acting as external general counsel for hundreds of businesses across a diverse range of industries, we understand, and know how, to navigate the ubiquitous and the unique challenges that businesses face. Our experience positions us to provide meaningful and practical advice.
Professional Hourly Rates
Effective January 1, 2024
Flat Fee Packages
Entity Formations (VT & DE)
We offer flat fee packages for the initial formation work for VT and DE corporations and LLCs. All VT rates include a state-level formation filing fee. All DE rates exclude them.
Corporations
$750
Limited Liability Companies (LLCs)
$750
Includes preparation and filing of formation documents and obtainment of IRS EIN. In the case of Corporations, also includes preparation of Bylaws, initial board actions, and stock issuances. In the case of Limited Liability Companies, includes preparation of basic single-member Operating Agreement. Fees may be higher for more complex formations. Unless we indicate otherwise, all flat fees listed here are exclusive of out-of-pocket expenses (i.e., additional out-of-pocket expenses will be invoiced to you).
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Tradename Registrations (VT)
Name Availability Search and Filing of Tradename in Vermont
$100
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Start-Up Company Package
Includes (as applicable) Entity Formations work, multi-founder Shareholders’ Agreement/Operating Agreement, Equity Incentive Plan, Customary contract templates (e.g., Non-Disclosure Agreement, Consulting Agreement, Assignment of Inventions, Restricted Stock Agreement, etc.).
$3,000
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Vermont Registered Agent Service
We offer our services as the Vermont registered office and registered agent for service of process made upon your company, and our commitment to handling your company’s mandatory, annual maintenance filings with the Vermont Secretary of State.
VT Limited Liability Companies
Includes the $35 VT filing fee
$100 per year
VT Corporations
Includes the $45 VT filing fee
$150 per year
Non-VT-formed LLCs, registered with the VT Secretary of State
Includes the $140 VT filing fee
$200 per year
Non-VT-formed Corporations, registered with the VT Secretary of State
Includes the $200 VT filing fee
$300 per year
The above rates apply to for-profit entities, only. Not-for-profit entities should contact MLG for rates.
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IP Licensing & Trademark
Protecting intellectual property assets is a key consideration for many businesses. We have substantial experience advising clients on intellectual property matters, including licensing transactions and registering and maintaining trademarks.
Professional Hourly Rates
Effective January 1, 2024
Flat Fee Packages
“Knock Out” Name Availability Search
A “Knock Out” search is a preliminary search to assess the availability and registrability of a proposed trademark.
$275 per trademark
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Use-Based Trademark Application
The use-based trademark application is utilized when you are seeking to register a trademark you are already using in commerce.
Prepare application, for up to 2 classes
$800
The above reflects the fees for legal services only, and does not include the filing fees assessed by the USPTO. In addition to our legal fees, you will be required to pay the actual filing fees that are required to be paid to the USPTO, which are generally $275 per class. All information on USPTO fees provided is subject to change and can be confirmed on USPTO.gov. The flat fee package rate is still due, even if a client ultimately elects not to file a prepared application. If your application receives an “office action” from the USPTO, we will bill you on an hourly basis to respond and such fees are excluded from the foregoing.
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Intent-to-Use Trademark Application
The Intent-to-Use trademark application is utilized when you are seeking to register a trademark you are not yet using in commerce. If the USPTO signals that it will allow your trademark to register, this application route will always require the subsequent filing of a statement regarding use (a “SOU”) of the trademark in commerce, in order to continue the application. The SOU is due within 6 months of notice of allowance of the trademark to register, and that deadline may be extended up to five times.
Prepare application, for up to 2 classes
$650
Prepare the SOU
$450
Apply for one extension of time to file the SOU
$300
The above reflects the fees for legal services only, and does not include the filing fees assessed by the USPTO. In addition to our legal fees, you will be required to pay the actual filing fees that are required to be paid to the USPTO, which are presently $100 for a SOU, per class covered by the application, and $150 per class covered by the application, for an Extension of Time. All information on USPTO fees provided is subject to change and can be confirmed on USPTO.gov. If your application receives an “office action” from the USPTO, we will bill you on an hourly basis to respond and such fees are excluded from the foregoing.
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Post-Registration Trademark Maintenance
Once a trademark is registered, the USPTO requires the submission of periodic confirmations of its use, coupled with report filing fees. The first such filing is due between the 5th and 6th year following registration. The second such filing is due between the 9th and 10th year following registration. Thereafter, a report (and fee) will be due every 10 years, to maintain the registration.
First Maintenance Filing
(due by 6th year from registration)
Up to 2 classes, and excludes USPTO required filing fees
$550
Ten Year Maintenance Filing
Up to 2 classes, and excludes USPTO required filing fees
$550
As stated above, these package fees exclude all filing fees. In order to file, you will be required to pay actual filing fees that are required to be paid to the USPTO. For these reports, the filing fee is generally $300 per class for the first maintenance filing, and $400 per class for ten year maintenance filings. All information on USPTO fees provided is subject to change and can be confirmed on USPTO.gov.
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